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Behind the Money
The controversy around share buybacks
Aug 16, 2023
Share buybacks have become a highly debated topic in financial circles. The podcast explores the reasons behind their popularity, the controversy surrounding their use, and the potential benefits of new regulation. It also discusses the recent decline in share buybacks and the ongoing debate over prioritizing shareholder value versus long-term growth.
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- Share buybacks have become a controversial practice in corporate governance, sparking debates about the purpose of a company and the nature of capitalism.
- The recent surge in popularity of share buybacks can be attributed to low interest rates, activist investors seeking quick returns, and highly profitable tech companies with excess cash.
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The Controversy of Share Buybacks
Share buybacks have become a controversial practice in corporate governance. Companies buy their own shares to return access cash to shareholders. This practice has exploded in popularity in recent years, tripling globally in a decade. The main debate revolves around whether share buybacks are a good use of corporate money, benefiting investors now but potentially robbing future growth. This debate reflects a larger question about the purpose of a company and the nature of capitalism.
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